PostGrad Ready

Last week, students spent part of their summer investing in their future at the PostGrad Ready College & Career Boot Camp.

Throughout the day, students explored career options, learned about military and postsecondary pathways, developed financial literacy skills, built professional networks, and created action plans for life after high school. Most importantly, they were surrounded by professionals, mentors, and community leaders who reminded them that their future is full of possibilities.

PostGrad Ready is a Clarksville-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2023 with a simple but important mission: to help students navigate life after high school with confidence, knowledge, and purpose. We believe every student deserves access to information, opportunities, relationships, and resources that help them make informed decisions about their future—regardless of their background or circumstances.

Whether a student chooses college, trade school, military service, entrepreneurship, or the workforce, our goal is to help them understand their options, develop practical life skills, and create a plan for what's next. We know that talent is everywhere, but access is not. That's why we are committed to creating experiences that expose students to opportunities and equip them for success.

What started as an idea in 2023 has grown into a community effort supported by families, educators, professionals, volunteers, sponsors, and community partners who believe in investing in the next generation.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this year's Boot Camp possible. Your support is helping students build confidence, expand their possibilities, and prepare for their future.

The future is bright, and we're just getting started.

More Than 45 Students to Participate as Local Experts Unite to Help Young People Plan Their Future with Purpose and Confidence

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. — More than 45 local high school students will participate in the PostGrad Ready College & Career Boot Camp, a free one-day experience designed to help students prepare for life after high school through career exploration, financial literacy, postsecondary planning, workforce readiness, and leadership development.

Hosted by PostGrad Ready, a Clarksville-based nonprofit organization, the Boot Camp will take place on Friday, June 5, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Students representing schools across Clarksville-Montgomery County and surrounding communities will gather for a day of learning, networking, and planning for their futures.

Students will have the opportunity to learn directly from local professionals, educators, military leaders, financial experts, and community leaders through interactive sessions covering more than seven topics designed to help them prepare for what comes next after high school. Sessions include career exploration, military pathways, college and trade school options, networking and professional communication, scholarships and financial aid, money management, credit and debt, and postsecondary planning and goal setting.

The event theme, "Plan with Purpose. Move with Confidence," reflects PostGrad Ready's commitment to helping students understand that successful futures are built through planning, exploration, and perseverance.

“Many students have tremendous promise and potential but lack access to the information, networks, and opportunities needed to make informed decisions about their future,” said Dr. Dametraus L. Jaggers, Founder and Executive Director of PostGrad Ready. “Our goal is to ensure students leave with greater confidence, practical tools, meaningful connections, and a clearer plan for what comes next. Whether a student chooses college, trade school, military service, or the workforce, we want them to know they have options and a pathway forward.”

The Boot Camp builds on the success of previous PostGrad Ready programming, in which participating students reported increased confidence, greater clarity about future goals, and a stronger understanding of postsecondary opportunities. Through experiences like the College & Career Boot Camp, PostGrad Ready seeks to remove barriers and increase access to information, resources, and networks that can help students thrive beyond high school.

The event is made possible through the generous support of community sponsors and partners, including JessRooz Family Foundation, First Command Financial Advisor Terence Clay, Gray Family McDonald's, The Equity Alliance, and Altra Federal Credit Union. Their investments help ensure students can participate at no cost while receiving valuable resources, meals, educational materials, and access to professionals committed to helping them succeed.

A key component of PostGrad Ready's mission is addressing disparities in postsecondary access and success. The organization works to ensure that all students—particularly first-generation, economically disadvantaged, and historically underresourced youth have access to the resources, guidance, and support needed to pursue their goals after high school.

Through a formal Memorandum of Understanding with the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System (CMCSS), PostGrad Ready collaborates with local schools to expand access to college and career readiness opportunities for students across the community.

Community members, businesses, and organizations interested in supporting future PostGrad Ready initiatives through sponsorships, partnerships, volunteer opportunities, or charitable contributions are encouraged to get involved. Donations help provide students with free access to college and career readiness programming, mentoring opportunities, educational resources, and future College & Career Boot Camps.

To support future PostGrad Ready programs, visit PostGrad Ready Donation Page.

About PostGrad Ready

PostGrad Ready is a Clarksville-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping students successfully navigate life after high school. Through college and career readiness programming, mentoring, boot camps, and community partnerships, PostGrad Ready helps young people build the knowledge, skills, confidence, and support they need to pursue college, career, military, and workforce opportunities with purpose and preparation.

Media Contact

Dr. Dametraus L. Jaggers
Founder & Executive Director, PostGrad Ready
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PostGrady Ready

We’re excited to recognize The Equity Alliance as an Event Sponsor for our Summer College & Career Boot Camp!

Their support reflects a deep commitment to equity, access, and empowering the next generation of leaders. Because of partners like The Equity Alliance, we are able to continue creating meaningful opportunities for students as they prepare for life after high school.

Thank you for investing in students, supporting educational opportunity, and helping us make this experience accessible at no cost to participants.

Last day to apply. Applications close today at 7:00 PM.

We're one week away from our Teens & Money Credit Smart virtual session.

📅 Tuesday, May 19th •⏰ 6:00pm - 7:00pm

We’ll be playing Credit Survivors to help you better understand credit scores, loans, and credit cards in a fun, interactive way.

You don't have to be an Altra member to attend, so make sure to bring a friend! Everyone that attends the entire session will be entered to win a $50 Amazon gift Card.

Tell us your coming and register here: https://bit.ly/4dE0nMI

🚨 Final Push to Register! 🚨

Many students are still trying to figure out:
✔ What careers fit their interests and strengths
✔ Whether college, trade school, military, or workforce pathways are right for them
✔ How to pay for life after high school
✔ How to manage stress, responsibilities, and major life transitions
✔ How to build connections and prepare for the future

That’s why the PostGrad Ready College & Career Boot Camp was designed to be more than just a college event—it’s a life readiness experience for rising 10th–12th grade students.

Students will engage in interactive sessions focused on:
🎯 Career exploration & exposure
🎓 College, community college & trade school pathways
🪖 Military career opportunities
💵 Financial literacy & scholarships
🧠 Wellness, stress management & life skills
🤝 Networking, communication & relationship-building

📍 PostGrad Ready College & Career Boot Camp
📅 Friday, June 5
🕚 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📌 600 Marion Street

Whether students already have a plan or are still exploring their options, this experience is designed to help them leave with greater clarity, confidence, and preparation for the future.

Space is limited — encourage students to register today!

We’re proud to recognize First Command - Financial Advisor Terence Clay in Clarksville, TN, as a Silver Sponsor for our Summer College & Career Boot Camp!

Through his support, students will have greater access to resources, guidance, and opportunities that help prepare them for success beyond high school. Partnerships like this help us continue removing barriers and creating meaningful experiences for young people in our community.

Thank you, Terence Clay and First Command, for investing in the future of Clarksville students and supporting the mission of PostGrad Ready.

🚨Attention Clarksville-Montgomery County community🚨

There is still time for rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors to complete an application for the 2026 Summer College and Career Boot Camp.

Use the link below or the QR code on the flyer to complete your application.

https://www.pgready.org/pgrevents

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